GAS REQUIREMENTS
Use only Natural or LP (liquid propane) gases.
THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH
LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF
LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL FUEL
GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION
(FOR THE UNITED STATES), OR WITH THE
CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR
CANADA).
Gas dryers are equipped with a burner orifice for
operation on NATURAL gas. If the dryer is to be
operated on LP (liquid propane) gas, it must be
converted for safe and proper performance and
must be converted by a qualified service techni-
cian. Conversion kits from NATURAL to LP, or LP
to NATURAL are available through your local
Maytag dealer (see Accessories). If other conver-
sions are required, check with the local gas utility
for specific information concerning conversion
requirements.
A 1/2" gas supply line is recommended and must be
reduced to connect to the 3/8" gas line on the dryer.
The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an
accessible, approved manual gas shut off valve be
installed within 6 feet of the dryer.
Additionally, a 1/8" N.RT. (National Pipe Thread)
plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream
of the gas supply connection to the dryer.
The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of the system.
DO NOT re-use old flexible metal gas line. Flexible
gas line must be design certified by American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada). NOTE: Any pipe
joint compound used must be resistant to the action
of any liquefied petroleum gas.
NOTE: As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will
inspect a gas appliance installation.
GAS IGNITION -
This dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite
the burner. There is no constant burning pilot.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREM ENTS
NOTE: Wiring diagram is located inside the control
console.
Export models (not U.S. or Canada): See
Additional Instructions for Export Models on the
other side of this sheet.
_-WARNING WARNING - To prevent unneces-
sary risk of fire, electrical shock or
personal injury, all wiring and
grounding must be done in
accordance with local codes, or
in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA (for the United States) or the
Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (for
Canada).
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electrical current.
GAS MODELS
This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
-_WARNING WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
If a separate ground is required by local codes, a
grounding kit (Part No. 12001875) is available. It
contains ground wire, clamp, ground screw and
washer. Connect ground wire to back of unit with the
cabinet ground screw and washer. Secure other
end of ground wire to a suitable external ground
connection. The wire may be secured with the clamp
to a grounded COLD metal water pipe.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC
PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES OR HOT WATER
PIPES.
Ground
Screw
ELECTRIC MODELS
U.S. electric models are shipped with a ground strap
connected from the neutral terminal block post to the
frame of the dryer. If local codes prohibit the use of
the ground strap, the dryer must be grounded in
accordance with local codes.
If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to
be permanently wired, the dryer must be connected
to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an
equipment grounding conductor must be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the equipment
grounding terminal.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow all
grounding instructions in Grounding Section.
An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving
only this appliance is recommended. DO NOT USE
AN EXTENSION CORD.
GAS MODELS - U.S. and Canada
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC, approved electrical service,
with a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required.
ELECTRIC MODELS - U.S. Only
Most U.S. dryers, as manufactured, require a
120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service.
Some require 120/208 volt, 60 Hz approved
electrical service. The electric service requirements
can be found on the data label located on the front
behind the door. A 30 ampere fuse or circuit breaker
on both sides of the line is required.
A 120/240 volt U.S. electric dryer must be convert-
ed if it is to operate on a 120/208 volt electrical
system. A heating element conversion kit is
available (see Accessories).
If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged
into a 30 ampere receptacle.
The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric
model dryers.
IMPORTANT: When permitted by local codes, the
dryer electrical supply may be connected by means
of a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with
clothes dryer, that is U.L. listed, rated at 120/240
volts minimum, 30 amperes with three No. 10
copper wire conductors terminated with closed loop
terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends
or with tinned leads.
Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old
dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring must
be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable UL
listed strain relief.
If the dryer is to be installed in a mobile home or an
area where local codes do not permit grounding
through neutral, only a 4 conductor power cord,
rated and terminated as above, may be used.
ELECTRIC MODELS - Canada Only
A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical
service fused through a 30 ampere fuse or circuit
breaker on both sides of the line is required.
All Canadian models are shipped with the power
cord attached. The power cord should be plugged
into a 30 ampere receptacle.
NOTE: It is not permissible to convert a dryer in
Canada to 208 volts.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance -
if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND
ACCESSORIES
If your dryer requires replacement parts or
accessories, contact the dealer from whom you
purchased your dryer or Maytag Customer
Service, Box 2370, Cleveland, Tennessee
37320-2370, phone 423-472-3333, for
information on the nearest authorized Maytag
Parts Distributor.